Official Expert Answer16 days ago
It’s optional, and many hospitals won’t reject you without it. But German CV culture is still “traditional” in some places, so a professional photo can increase trust (especially if you apply from abroad).
Practical recommendation for Assistenzarzt Bewerbung in Deutschland:
• If you have a good neutral photo: include it (no selfie). If not: skip it rather than using a bad one.
• Make the top of your CV super clear: Approbation status (submitted on… / in process), language level (B2/C1 + exam date if planned), and availability/relocation date.
• Keep CV 1–2 pages, chronological, easy to scan.
HR often decides fast: “Is this candidate realistically ready to start soon?” Clarity beats design.
Practical recommendation for Assistenzarzt Bewerbung in Deutschland:
• If you have a good neutral photo: include it (no selfie). If not: skip it rather than using a bad one.
• Make the top of your CV super clear: Approbation status (submitted on… / in process), language level (B2/C1 + exam date if planned), and availability/relocation date.
• Keep CV 1–2 pages, chronological, easy to scan.
HR often decides fast: “Is this candidate realistically ready to start soon?” Clarity beats design.